How to Split a Screen With Snap Layout in Windows 11
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Windows 11 includes a multitasking feature called Snap Layout. This feature provides a new option for organizing open windows. Here's how to split a screen with Snap Layout in Windows 11.
Move the mouse cursor over the Maximize button on an open window. This button is between the Minimize and Close buttons.
Hover the cursor over the Maximize the button for a moment. A menu displaying Snap Layout options will pop up below the button.
The Snap Layout menu has six sections. Each represents a layout supported by Snap Layout. Each layout is divided into two to four possible locations. Select the Snap Layout location you prefer. Snap Layout will immediately move the window to the location selected.
The empty space beside the window will display a selection of additional open windows. This is Snap Flyout. Select an application in Snap Flyout to snap it to the unoccupied portion of your screen. Continue this until all available locations are occupied. Alternatively, select outside Snap Flyout to exit Snap Layout. All windows you've positioned so far will remain where they are.
Left-click the title bar, hold down the left mouse button, and then move the mouse to drag the window.
Using a touchscreen? You can move a window by tapping, holding, and then dragging an open window's title bar without lifting your finger. Drag the window to either the left or right side of your display. It will snap to occupy that half of the screen. Alternatively, drag the window to a corner of your display. It will snap to occupy that quarter of the screen.
Using Snap Assist may cause Snap Flyout to appear. That will happen if Windows detects a large portion of your desktop is unoccupied. You can use Snap Flyout to fill the other parts of the screen or click outside of Snap Flyout to close it.
Alternatively, you can activate Snap Assist with your keyboard. Pressing Windows + Left Arrow or Windows + Right Arrow will snap the currently active window to the left or right side of the screen, respectively.
FAQ How do I enable snap windows in Windows 11? If you don't see snap windows available, go to Settings > System > Multitasking and enable Snap windows. From here, you can further customize your snap layout preferences.
How many snap layouts does Windows 11 have? Windows 11 offers six different layout options for snap windows. You can snap up to four windows in a group.
How do I see all my snap groups in Windows 11? Press Alt+Tab or hover your mouse over the taskbar to see all of your snap layout groups. You can toggle this feature on or off by going to your Windows 11 Multitasking settings. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Screen Record with Audio in Windows 11 How to Use the Video Editor in Windows 11 How to Use Widgets in Windows 11 How to Split Your Screen in Windows How to Change Brightness in Windows 11 How to Use Quick Settings in Windows 11 How to Move a Window That Is Off-Screen The 5 Best Windows 11 Features to Know Splitting the Screen in Excel How to Fix It When the Cursor Disappears in Windows 10 How to Do Split Screen on Chromebook How to Open File Explorer in Windows 11 Editing Video Clips in Windows Movie Maker Your Guide to User Account Settings in Windows 11 How to Check Free Hard Drive Space (Windows 11, 10, 8, +) How to Downgrade from Windows 11 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies
How to Split a Screen With Snap Layout in Windows 11
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Hover the mouse cursor over a window's Maximize button.A menu of Snap Layout options will appear. Select the option you prefer. Select windows in Snap Flyout to snap additional windows.Windows 11 includes a multitasking feature called Snap Layout. This feature provides a new option for organizing open windows. Here's how to split a screen with Snap Layout in Windows 11.
How to Split a Screen With Snap Layout in Windows 11
Snap Layout is available to all versions of Windows 11. The instruction below will teach you how to use Snap Layout.Move the mouse cursor over the Maximize button on an open window. This button is between the Minimize and Close buttons.
Hover the cursor over the Maximize the button for a moment. A menu displaying Snap Layout options will pop up below the button.
The Snap Layout menu has six sections. Each represents a layout supported by Snap Layout. Each layout is divided into two to four possible locations. Select the Snap Layout location you prefer. Snap Layout will immediately move the window to the location selected.
The empty space beside the window will display a selection of additional open windows. This is Snap Flyout. Select an application in Snap Flyout to snap it to the unoccupied portion of your screen. Continue this until all available locations are occupied. Alternatively, select outside Snap Flyout to exit Snap Layout. All windows you've positioned so far will remain where they are.
How to Split a Screen with Windows Snap Assist
The new Snap Layout feature in Windows 11 is an addition to, not a replacement of, the Windows Snap features found prior versions of Windows. Snap Assist is still an excellent way to split a screen on a Windows PC, particularly if you want to split to show one window on each half. Move your cursor to the title bar of a window you want to snap. The title bar is at the top of an open window and displays the window's name and the minimize, maximize, and close buttons.Left-click the title bar, hold down the left mouse button, and then move the mouse to drag the window.
Using a touchscreen? You can move a window by tapping, holding, and then dragging an open window's title bar without lifting your finger. Drag the window to either the left or right side of your display. It will snap to occupy that half of the screen. Alternatively, drag the window to a corner of your display. It will snap to occupy that quarter of the screen.
Using Snap Assist may cause Snap Flyout to appear. That will happen if Windows detects a large portion of your desktop is unoccupied. You can use Snap Flyout to fill the other parts of the screen or click outside of Snap Flyout to close it.
Alternatively, you can activate Snap Assist with your keyboard. Pressing Windows + Left Arrow or Windows + Right Arrow will snap the currently active window to the left or right side of the screen, respectively.
FAQ How do I enable snap windows in Windows 11? If you don't see snap windows available, go to Settings > System > Multitasking and enable Snap windows. From here, you can further customize your snap layout preferences.
How many snap layouts does Windows 11 have? Windows 11 offers six different layout options for snap windows. You can snap up to four windows in a group.
How do I see all my snap groups in Windows 11? Press Alt+Tab or hover your mouse over the taskbar to see all of your snap layout groups. You can toggle this feature on or off by going to your Windows 11 Multitasking settings. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Screen Record with Audio in Windows 11 How to Use the Video Editor in Windows 11 How to Use Widgets in Windows 11 How to Split Your Screen in Windows How to Change Brightness in Windows 11 How to Use Quick Settings in Windows 11 How to Move a Window That Is Off-Screen The 5 Best Windows 11 Features to Know Splitting the Screen in Excel How to Fix It When the Cursor Disappears in Windows 10 How to Do Split Screen on Chromebook How to Open File Explorer in Windows 11 Editing Video Clips in Windows Movie Maker Your Guide to User Account Settings in Windows 11 How to Check Free Hard Drive Space (Windows 11, 10, 8, +) How to Downgrade from Windows 11 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies